Moon Phase on September 17, 1997
On Wednesday, September 17, 1997 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 99% illuminated and 15.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Wednesday, September 17, 1997
- Moon age
- 15.6 days
- Last Quarter
- in 6.1 days
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Moon Data for September 17, 1997
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 99.2%
- Moon age
- 15.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Pisces → Aries
- Distance from Earth
- 357,687 km
Values are for 12:00 UTC. Illumination changes by only a few percent within a day, so they hold for the whole date almost anywhere on Earth.
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About the Waning Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About September 17, 1997
What was the moon phase on September 17, 1997?
On Wednesday, September 17, 1997 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 99% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 15.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on September 17, 1997?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, September 16, 1997 and Thursday, October 16, 1997.
Was there a new moon on September 17, 1997?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, September 1, 1997 and Wednesday, October 1, 1997.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on September 17, 1997?
The moon moved from Pisces into Aries during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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